About Us
SAPParks promotes the preservation of naturally wild open spaces in South Africa through responsible and sustainable conservation. More than 60% of protected areas and more than 80% of land is in fact privately owned in South Africa. So The majority of the South African natural heritage is under the custodianship of private parks and SAPParks is a channel through which these individual component custodians come together, to unite and preserve together. SAPParks advocates three key strategic imperatives; sustainable conservation, responsible tourism and socio-economic development.
Sustainable Conservation
The primary focus is the conservation of South Africa’s biodiversity, landscapes and associated heritage assets through a system of private parks.
Fundamental principles:
- Least interference conservation management.
- Removal of inter-park fences.
- Invasive alien clearing.
- Protected species safe zones.
Responsible Tourism
The organisation has a significant role in the promotion of South Africa’s nature-based experiences and “African Safari” offerings targeted at both international and domestic tourism markets.
Fundamental principles:
- Least human impact approach.
- Clean and clear of litter.
- Best in class commercial business models.
- Safe and secure.
Socio-Economic Development
Social investment is tangible for private parks. A proactive approach to creating emotional connectedness and value are engrained in the park community.
Fundamental principles:
- Dignified employee lifestyles at all levels.
- Local visitor accessibility.
- Respect and acceptance.
- A sense of community and family.
Our Vision
A world class system of unified private parks in South Africa.
Our Mission
To promote and support a system of sustainable private parks that represents the natural heritage of South Africa and its naturally wild open space.
